Two Types of Rural Schools: With Some Facts Showing, Economic and Social Conditions (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Ernest Burnham

 
9781331013587: Two Types of Rural Schools: With Some Facts Showing, Economic and Social Conditions (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Two Types of Rural Schools compares district and consolidated rural schools to reveal how each system shapes education, community life, and local priorities.

With data and case studies, this edition highlights practical outcomes like costs, transportation, supervision, and student experience in early 20th‑century America.

The text includes appendices, township maps, and tables drawn from Michigan and Ohio examples. It examines how school organization intersects with leadership, social ties, and civic life, offering a grounded view of rural education and its broader community impact.

  • Concrete examples of district versus consolidated schooling in rural areas
  • Financial structures, tax implications, and transportation details
  • Supervision patterns, teacher experiences, and community interactions
  • Appendices and maps that situate schools within their counties and townships

Ideal for readers of educational history, rural studies, and policy history who want a documentary look at how schooling and community life intertwined in this era.

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